Lara Batayeh, Limited Licensed Professional Counselor (LLPC), brings over 15 years of experience working with underserved populations in school and outpatient settings. With a deep commitment to making a difference, Lara has specialized in working with individuals aged 6+ and has expertise in addressing a wide range of mental health and addiction challenges. She is passionate about empowering clients to recognize and embrace their self-worth, often encouraging them to overcome self-sabotage and embrace change through therapy. Lara believes that therapy is a collaborative process where both therapist and client work together towards meaningful change, fostering a space of respect, dignity, and authenticity.
Lara holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Oakland University and a Master of Arts in Counseling from the University of Detroit Mercy, specializing in Addiction Studies. She has worked in various clinical settings, including as a Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist, a counselor for the severely mentally ill, and within private clinics. Lara’s therapeutic approach incorporates Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which helps clients develop coping strategies, self-awareness, and the skills necessary to achieve lasting change. She treats every client as an equal, ensuring a comfortable and respectful environment where individuals can be their authentic selves. A proud mother of twin girls and a dedicated wife, when she’s not working, Lara values spending quality time with her family.
License: Michigan LLPC (6451019776)
Certifications: CAADC-DP
Conditions Treated/Specialties: Anxiety, Self Esteem, Phobias, Domestic Violence, Depression, Life Transitions, Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD), PMS, Sexual Abuse/Assault/Rape Survivor, Bipolar Disorder, Stress Management, Codependency, Human Trafficking Survivor, Intermittent Explosive Disorder, Post-traumatic stress Disorder, Personality Disorder, Divorce, Primary Relationship Distress, Conduct Disorder, Schizophrenia/Schizoaffective/Schizotypal Disorder, Eating Disorder, General Issues, Substance Use Disorder, Grief/Loss/Bereavement, Process Addiction, Cancer, Trichotillomania, Anger Management, Children under 12, Faith-based Counseling, Family and/or Parenting Distress, Adolescents, Women’s Issues, Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Family Counseling, Serious Mental Illness, Men’s Issues, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Impulsive-Compulsive Disorders, Gender Dysphoric Disorder, Hoarding, Bullying, Adoption/Fostering, Alzheimer’s, Dementia, Chronic Illness/Pain, Healthcare Professionals, Legal Professionals, Academic Performance, Criminal Justice Involvement, Law Enforcement, First, Responders, Suicidal Thoughts, Race-Based Traumatic Stress, Sleep Disorder, Fertility, Pregnancy, Postpartum